Canoga Park
Neighborhood was a hub for defense industry workers after WWII
Canoga Park has a mix of single-family homes and condos and townhomes, many of which are clustered along Topanga Canyon Boulevard. Housing inventory is a mix of midcentury ranch-style homes and more contemporary two-story offerings, many with Spanish influence. “This area was born after World War II when it was still a defense industry hub. Veterans returned home, and the construction immediately began on workforce housing,” Mann says. “We’re talking raised foundation houses that are probably about 1,200 to 1,600 square feet. They aren’t on large pieces of land — yards were meant to be small and easy to maintain.” In some places, the neighborhood’s residential streets are quiet and lined by towering palms, with views of the Santa Monica Mountains painting the distance. Streets are wide, well lit and lined by sidewalks, with plenty of parking, though most homes have driveways. Single-family homes are priced between $550,000 for a compact home needing renovations and $1.5 million for something larger and updated. Condos and townhomes are priced between $300,000 and $700,000, depending on the size and age of the community — HOA fees are in the neighborhood of $350 a month.Project-based learning at Canoga Park Senior High
Los Angeles Unified is an above-average public school district graded B-plus by Niche. Kids in the neighborhood can attend Canoga Park Elementary, a walkable community school graded C by Niche. Christopher Columbus Middle also receives a C. Graded B by Niche, Canoga Park Senior High has many specialized programs, including an Engineering, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences Magnet, an interdisciplinary and project-based learning model with three distinct pathways.Restaurant scene is a mix of everything with an emphasis on Mexican
Most of the neighborhood's commercial action harkens back to the '60s and '70s. Still, amid the retro signs and storefronts, you'll see modern exceptions like the Westfield Topanga shopping mall, home to Macy's and the shiny, upscale Topanga Social food court. Along Topanga Canyon Boulevard and in various small shopping centers, there is a global mix of eateries from American to Vietnamese and everything in between, including a heavy emphasis on Mexican cuisine. Local standbys include 2 Die for Sushi, El Taco Llama and vegan cafe Follow Your Heart. For staying in, there are grocery store options including Valhalla Supermarkets, Ralphs and Grocery Outlet, as well as the Island Pacific Seafood Market and Shresta Indian Grocery. The Canoga Park Farmers Market features local California produce and is open year-round on Saturdays.Canoga Park Block Park happens on three days throughout the summer
Two Mexican-influenced celebrations highlight the calendar's annual events — the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in May and the Dia de los Muertos Festival in November. The Canoga Park Block Park is a free event held one day each month of the summer. The party brings the community together with small business owners and artisans throughout the area.Grinding the rail and cooling off at the Lanark Park pool
Canoga Park has many community parks where residents can enjoy time outdoors. Lanark Park is situated on 19 acres with old-growth trees. The park has a pool where visitors can cool off in the summer, an indoor gym with fitness equipment and lighted sports courts and fields. The 14,000-square-foot skate park includes rails, curbs and a quarter-pipe. There is a rubber-cushioned and sail-shaded accessible playground for kids of all ages at Lazy J. Ranch Park in neighboring West Hills. Just northwest, the 1,325-acre Chatsworth Nature Preserve includes woodlands, grasslands and an ecology pond but is open just one day each year in June.The neighborhood is about three miles north of U.S. Route 101
Canoga Park lacks direct highway access. Topanga Canyon Boulevard, also known as state Route 27, connects to state Route 188 a few miles north and U.S. Route 101 a few miles south. For regional orientation, the neighborhood is about 25 northwest of downtown Los Angeles and about 20 miles east of Thousand Oaks. The drive to Thousand Oaks can take as long as an hour during unpredictable rush hours, while it’s closer to two hours to LA. For those who rely on public transportation, there are bus routes operated by the Antelope Valley Transit Authority and LA Metro Bus. The Warner Center Shuttle connects the area to the G Line Metro, linking to greater LA. Hollywood Burbank is the closest airport, about 20 miles east, and UCLA West Valley Medical Center is a hospital about 3 miles west.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Gayane Yaffa
Gayane Yaffa
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
(213) 933-9827
42 Total Sales
1 in Canoga Park
$570,000 Price
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Ronald Taibi
Ronald Taibi
RE/MAX of Santa Clarita
(661) 438-3233
44 Total Sales
1 in Canoga Park
$723,000 Price
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Jesse Guzman
Jesse Guzman
Global Premier Properties, Inc.
(747) 279-3221
61 Total Sales
1 in Canoga Park
$825,000 Price
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Gary Keshishyan
Gary Keshishyan
Pinnacle Estate Properties
(747) 322-4141
558 Total Sales
4 in Canoga Park
$450K - $575K Price Range
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Joshua Glaz
Joshua Glaz
The Ave
(657) 325-8448
247 Total Sales
1 in Canoga Park
$440,000 Price
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Benjamin Iraheta
Benjamin Iraheta
RBS Realty
(213) 632-5589
48 Total Sales
2 in Canoga Park
$250K - $830K Price Range
Schools
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Sean Brown Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
John Quimby Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Parthenia Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Shadow Ranch Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Lanark Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Woodland Hills Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Canoga Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Canoga Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Canoga Park, Los Angeles sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Canoga Park, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $497,500, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$512,500
Median Sale Price
$497,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$555,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$269,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$550,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
199
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$389
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
6,709
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,538
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,960
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
993
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
643
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 3pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,811 - $3,430 per month
- PENDANT on Topanga
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 491+ Sq Ft
- 7322 Topanga Canyon Blvd
- Canoga Park, CA
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Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
62,846
Median Age
36
Population Density
23 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,045
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,507
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
24.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
72.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
78
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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